Safety & Security Enhancements
Continuous improvement for continuous protection. Haslett Public Schools is committed to maintaining and enhancing our safety and security measures through ongoing investments, professional partnerships, and evidence-based improvements that create multiple layers of protection for our school community.
Our Comprehensive Security Approach
Safety and security at Haslett Public Schools involves multiple interconnected systems working together to create a secure learning environment. Our approach combines physical security measures, technology integration, emergency communication systems, and ongoing staff training, all designed to prevent incidents and respond effectively when situations arise.
Layered Security Measures
Our protection comes from many systems working together. Key measures currently in place include:
Integrated Security & Communications Systems
- S2 security system providing fully integrated camera and door-lock management.
- 270 security cameras strategically positioned across all district facilities.
- A digital radio communication system in all buildings, with an emergency radio antenna enabling simultaneous communication on separate channels for emergency response and daily operations, plus base stations in every building office.
- An integrated 911 alert system with lockdown and strobe alarm capabilities.
- A coordinated safety network that extends emergency communication to the MSU Child Development Laboratory and Capital Area District Library, with radio equipment and safety training for facilities serving our students.
Access Control & Facility Security
- Secured entry vestibules at all buildings requiring main-office clearance.
- Video intercom systems at all main entrances.
- Exterior door swipe systems with automated locking schedules.
- Check-in systems and mandatory identification for all visitors and staff.
- Door-prop alarms on main and secondary entrances.
- Numbered exterior doors for emergency-responder reference and reinforced secured-entry protocols.
- Fire door mechanisms linked to lockdown systems at secondary buildings.
- Window security film on high-visibility areas.
Emergency Response Technology
- Centurion 911 alert system with office duress buttons and multiple trigger points.
- S2 lockdown buttons in all offices.
- Enhanced PA systems with exterior speakers.
- Strobe light alarm systems.
- HVAC emergency shutoff capabilities.
- "Stop the Bleed" medical kits in all classrooms.
- An established off-campus relocation site with detailed protocols and emergency supplies organized in transportable "Go Bins."
Training & Professional Safety
- A School Resource Officer on campus.
- Dedicated Student Safety and Security Leadership.
- Safety Attendants at Haslett High School.
- Run, Hide, Fight emergency response training for all staff in partnership with Meridian Township Police, conducted every two years alongside annual school-level training and drills.
- Behavioral Threat Assessment training for staff.
- Professional security assessments and ongoing consultation.
Independent Security Assessment
Secure Educational Consultants (SEC) conducted a comprehensive review of our safety and security measures.
“Haslett Public Schools has done well in developing and executing comprehensive safety and security plans, and currently provides a safe and secure environment for its staff and students.”Secure Educational Consultants (SEC)
The assessment praised our integration of physical security features with policies and procedures, as well as our productive partnership with local law enforcement.
Ongoing Commitment to Safety
Safety and security is never "finished." We maintain an ongoing priority list of potential improvements and enhancements based on:
- Recommendations from security professionals.
- Coordination with local law enforcement and emergency management.
- Regular assessment of our facilities and procedures.
- Emerging best practices in school safety.
Professional Partnerships
Our safety efforts are strengthened through close collaboration with:
- Meridian Township Police Department.
- Local fire and emergency medical services.
- Professional security consultants.
- Michigan State Police training programs.
- Regional emergency management coordinators.
Resource Allocation
We continue to invest in safety and security improvements as resources allow, prioritizing enhancements that provide the greatest benefit to student and staff safety while maintaining our positive learning environment.
Transparency and Community Confidence
Balancing openness and security: While we believe in transparency with our school community, some specific security details must remain confidential to maintain their effectiveness. We share information about our commitment to safety and our general approaches while protecting operational details that could compromise security.
Questions about safety and security: For general questions about our safety and security measures, contact the Haslett Public Schools Central Office at 517-339-8242. For specific safety concerns or to report potential security issues, contact your child's school immediately or call our district office.
Community partnership: Effective school safety requires partnership between our district, families, and the broader community. We encourage you to discuss safety procedures with your children and to report any concerns to school administrators promptly.